Maria Emilia Gadelha, MD, MSc.
Olhão,Faro
Summary
Experienced Medical Doctor with strong background in complex diagnosis. A dedicated professional with a strong foundation in continuous improvement initiatives and strategic partnerships, complemented by extensive knowledge of Integrative Medicine treatment protocols and therapeutic practices. Demonstrates excellent communication skills and a professional attitude, consistently taking initiative to ensure compliance with health regulations. Proven leadership abilities in team management, attention to detail, and public speaking. Aspires to leverage expertise in health regulations understanding and team leadership to further enhance organisational effectiveness. Visionary founder, highly organised and with talent to multitask successfully.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
43
43
years of post-secondary education
Work history
General Secretary
World Federation of Ozone Therapy (WFOT)
São Paulo, Brazil
02.2025 - Current
- Promotes international relationships, strengthening global alliances.
- Prepares and edits correspondence, reports, and presentations for clear dissemination of information.
- Manages calendar appointments to ensure optimal use of executive's time.
- Promotes team collaboration to achieve organisational goals effectively.
Member Representative
Advisory Board of the Joint Parliament Front
Brasília, Brazil
03.2020 - Current
- Works in defense of Integrative and Complementary Practices in Health, reinforcing ozone therapy importance
Founder and President
Brazilian Society of Medical Ozone (SOBOM)
São Paulo, Brazil
01.2019 - Current
- Advocates for citizen rights to improve national living standards related to Ozone Therapy.
- Encourages innovation and technology adoption within governmental departments.
Founder, CEO and Medical Director
Alpha Klinik Integrative Medicine
São Paulo, Brazil
10.2003 - Current
- Managed medical emergencies efficiently, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted research programmes, contributing to advancements in treatment methods.
- Introduced innovative medical procedures, resulting in better patient satisfaction scores.
- Ensured compliance to medical regulations, maintaining an impeccable safety record.
- Increased staff productivity with regular performance reviews.
- Achieved operational efficiency by managing medical resources effectively.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Launched wellness programs which significantly boosted employee morale.
- Directed all clinical operations for effective team management.
- Facilitated training sessions for continuous professional development of staff members.
- Monitored new developments in clinical practice to innovate current working policies.
- Developed and delivered integrated clinical governance systems to assure high quality care.
- Implemented development plans for medical, dental and pharmacy teams to improve trust capabilities.
- Created vision for company direction, resulted in clear organisational objectives.
- Developed corporate policies, improved ethical standards across the organisation.
- Fostered a culture of innovation for product development success.
Coordinator of Integrative Medicine Course
FAPES SAÚDE
São Paulo, Brazil
01.2018 - 03.2024
- Optimised student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
- Developed programme structures and courses complying with Integrative Medicine requirements.
AD HOC Consultant Member (“Specialist”)
Primary Health Care Secretariat Ministry of Health
Brasília, Brazil
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Analysed complex datasets for improved decision-making processes.
- Led training sessions for staff skill improvement.
- Mentored employees to maximise development potential.
Member of the Natural Products Committee
Brazilian Academic Consortium Integrative Health
São Paulo, Brazil
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Member of Wound Care Technical Group Ozone Therapy
Brazilian Ministry of Health
Brasilia, Brazil
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Participated in monthly team meetings offering valuable insights and feedback, fostered collaborative working environment related to Ozone Therapy and wound care.
Reference Medical Doctor
United States of America Consulate
São Paulo, Brazil
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Counseled patients, building trust and understanding for Immigration VISA review
Founder and President
Brazilian Association of Ozone Therapy (ABOZ)
São Paulo, Brazil
01.2006 - 12.2008
- Established company brand for improved visibility and recognition.
- Made strategic decisions to guide company's growth and expansion.
- Envisioned and spearheaded creation of successful business, demonstrating entrepreneurial drive and vision.
- Developed the foundation of the brazilian ozone therapya federal law
- Supported brazilian federal councils of professions to adopt ozone therapy
Otorhinolaryngologist (ENT and Head and Neck)
Instituto da Laringe (INLAR)
São Paulo, Brazil
03.1992 - 05.2008
- Worked at Prof, Dr. Paulo Augusto de Lima Pontes´s Service, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, Hospital São Luiz and Hospital Santa Catarina, São Paulo Capital, Brazil
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained strong relationships with patients, ensuring their comfort during visits.
- Conducted patient examinations to diagnose illnesses accurately.
- Performed minor surgical procedures to alleviate symptoms of basic health issues.
- Designed individualised plans with patients for various illnesses, working closely with specialists and care providers for best treatments.
- Coordinated patient rehabilitation programmes after surgeries.
- Kept detailed, accurate patient notes for thorough medical records.
- Specialised in managing and treating head and neck conditions.
Founder and President
Instituto Recicle
São Paulo, Brazil
03.1998 - 06.2007
- Instituto Recicle was founded as a NGO that promoted environmental education related to implementation of selective garbage collection programs - dissemination of the pioneering concept of the Recycle Millions of Lives Project - "Solid waste as a social currency", benefiting sick children
- Promoted sustainable use of resources by advocating eco-friendly practices.
- Assessed the environmental impact of industrial activities on local ecosystems.
- Presented findings at national conferences, raising awareness of critical ecological issues.
- Participated in multidisciplinary teams working on large scale environmental projects.
- Managed environmental activity across urban and rural sites with advisories tailored to local needs.
Founder, Medical Doctor and ENT and H&N Surgeon
Dysphagia Service - AACD - Volunteer work
São Paulo, Brazil
01.1995 - 02.1998
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough preoperative consultations.
- Demonstrated exceptional precision during surgical procedures, resulting in increased success rates.
Education
Graduated in Medicine -
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)
Brazil 02.1982 - 12.1988
Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology - Clinical and Surgical Skills
University of São Paulo – Ribeirão Preto Campus
Brazil 02.1989 - 02.1991
Master in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - Laryngology
Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP)
Brazil 08.1992 - 03.1994
Master's in Medicine - Internal Medicine
University of Lisbon
Portugal 03.2023 - 06.2024
Postgraduate in Medical Expertise - Vaccinology
Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo
São Paulo 02.2019 - 12.2020
Postgraduate in Biological Medicine and Homotoxicology - Ozone Therapy, Neural Therapy, Homotoxicology
Hufeland Gasellschaft für Gesamtmedizin eV (Germany)
Germany, Switzerland, Colombia and Cuba 02.2004 - 12.2016
Postgraduate in Hyperbaric Medicine -
Brazilian Society of Hyperbaric Medicine (SBMH)
São Paulo 01.2010 - 12.2010
Medical Scholarship - Laryngology
University of Kyushu and University of Kurume
Kurume / Japan 08.1991 - 10.1992
Skills
- Continuous improvement initiative
- Strategic partnerships
- Treatment protocols knowledge
- Understanding of therapeutic practices
- Excellent communication
- Professional attitude
- Initiative taking
- Health regulations understanding
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Public speaking
- Multitask performance
- Leadership
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Portuguese
Native
Japanese
Beginner
French
Beginner
Publications
Published articles in Otorhinolaryngology and Ozone Therapy, with emphasis on the Map of Scientific Evidence of Medical Ozone Therapy
Training
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, uriculoacupuncture, Classical Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, Neural Therapy, Integrative Oncology, Iridology, Psychosomatic Medicine, Catalytic Oligotherapy, Bioresonance, Functional Medicine, Environmental Medicine, Enneagram, Solid Waste and Environmental Preservation
Custom
- Pioneer in the concept of Integrative Medicine in Brazil since 2000
- Researcher in Ozone Therapy and Vaccinology, CEP-CONEP system, Brazil Platform
- National and international speaker focused on the clinical applications of Medical Ozone Therapy, Integrative Medicine, Integrative Oncology and 4P Medicine
Affiliations
- Reading
- Dance
- Classic Music
- Trips
Accomplishments
Winner of several national awards in Brazil (CEMPRE, Superinteressante, Brazil-Germany Chamber of Commerce, Instituto Nacional de Seguridade Social) and finalist of the Rolex Awards 2008.
Timeline
General Secretary
World Federation of Ozone Therapy (WFOT)
02.2025 - Current
Master's in Medicine - Internal Medicine
University of Lisbon
03.2023 - 06.2024
AD HOC Consultant Member (“Specialist”)
Primary Health Care Secretariat Ministry of Health
03.2021 - 11.2022
Member Representative
Advisory Board of the Joint Parliament Front
03.2020 - Current
Member of the Natural Products Committee
Brazilian Academic Consortium Integrative Health
01.2020 - 12.2021
Postgraduate in Medical Expertise - Vaccinology
Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo
02.2019 - 12.2020
Founder and President
Brazilian Society of Medical Ozone (SOBOM)
01.2019 - Current
Coordinator of Integrative Medicine Course
FAPES SAÚDE
01.2018 - 03.2024
Member of Wound Care Technical Group Ozone Therapy
Brazilian Ministry of Health
01.2013 - 12.2013
Reference Medical Doctor
United States of America Consulate
01.2011 - 12.2012
Postgraduate in Hyperbaric Medicine -
Brazilian Society of Hyperbaric Medicine (SBMH)
01.2010 - 12.2010
Founder and President
Brazilian Association of Ozone Therapy (ABOZ)
01.2006 - 12.2008
Postgraduate in Biological Medicine and Homotoxicology - Ozone Therapy, Neural Therapy, Homotoxicology
Hufeland Gasellschaft für Gesamtmedizin eV (Germany)
02.2004 - 12.2016
Founder, CEO and Medical Director
Alpha Klinik Integrative Medicine
10.2003 - Current
Founder and President
Instituto Recicle
03.1998 - 06.2007
Founder, Medical Doctor and ENT and H&N Surgeon
Dysphagia Service - AACD - Volunteer work
01.1995 - 02.1998
Master in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery - Laryngology
Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP)
08.1992 - 03.1994
Otorhinolaryngologist (ENT and Head and Neck)
Instituto da Laringe (INLAR)
03.1992 - 05.2008
Medical Scholarship - Laryngology
University of Kyushu and University of Kurume
08.1991 - 10.1992
Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology - Clinical and Surgical Skills
University of São Paulo – Ribeirão Preto Campus
02.1989 - 02.1991
Graduated in Medicine -
Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)
02.1982 - 12.1988